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Tact

A Pride and Prejudice Variation

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Tact

By: Jeannie Peneaux
Narrated by: Katherine Anderson
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“I must not speak for my sister, even to you who have been all goodness and kindness throughout this awkward situation. Only know," and here she broke off, suddenly shy, "that even though I must deny myself the privilege of being your wife for love of my sister, I should very dearly like to have you for a brother!"

Elizabeth Bennet does not set out to manipulate people. It's merely the correct choice of words, accompanied by an engaging smile or a beseeching look that yields the most satisfactory results.

The morning after the Netherfield ball, Lizzy dispenses with one unwelcome suitor to her hand so amicably and successfully that she sees no reason why she should not make use of her talent for tactful speeches and deal with other unwelcome suitors in the same deft manner.

Unfortunately, not all young men are quite so obligingly obtuse as her poor foolish cousin, and Elizabeth finds that one particular gentleman from Derbyshire proves annoyingly impervious to her cunning.

©2019, 2020 Jeannie Peneaux (P)2020 Jeannie Peneaux Historical Historical Fiction Regency Regency Romance Romance
Excellent Writing • Delightful Characters • Witty Dialogue • Interesting Variation • Great Humor • Passionate Romance
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I thoroughly enjoyed this story. I have read it as a book before I listened to it. Witty and well written. Laughed out loud many times when Elizabeth outsmarted them. Really good. Composed.

Great story

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Some of the best conversations between Darcy and Elizabeth. Great narrator, too. I wanted the passionate Darcy from the first proposal to show up again at some point and was left wanting.

much to love.

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Elizabeth as a charming manipulator. Loved it. And I liked Mr Collins and Lady Catherine too.

Great story

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Entertaining, humorous but a little dry. Every interaction of ODC is almost austere. Yes they are playful with each other but other than the kiss witnessed by Bingley, ODC did not display much in terms of passionate love for each other.

Interesting but a little staid

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Her interactions with her family, Collins, Darcy and the DeBourghs are all much more cordial and change the course of the story. Great writing and narration.

This wiser Lizzy handles everyone with great tact.

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One of the most engaging variations on Austen. Peneaux narrative captures the character and humour of Lizzie and the romance of Austen. Very well read by Anderson.

Romantic witty and fun

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The characters are delightful and the story just different enough to provide an interesting trip. Wonderful conversations between Elizabeth and Darcy, and between Elizabeth and the rest of her family.

A wonderful variation of the P&P story

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Oh I loved this Elizabeth. And Darcy. And yes, all the other characters! It follows canon in spirit, but a lot of personality and spins added. And a different plot altogether. It was great to see how Elizabeth managed and Collins into a HEA. And the authors versions of Lady Catherine and Ann. Just heartbreaking. This one is worth a listen for sure.

Really great

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If you enjoy “The Other Bennet Sister” and “Longbourn” you will fall in love with this P&P retelling.

Fulfilling

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I adore this story, and love to listen to the audiobook. It’s definitely a top favorite. The dialogue between Elizabeth and Darcy is entertaining and funny, and her “refusal” speeches to Collins and Darcy are works of art. Elizabeth’s wit shines throughout. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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